Author

Daniël van Meerendonk

Digital Marketing & AI Agents

Daniël van Meerendonk specialises in SEO, content strategy and AI at BE Digital. He helps organisations increase their online authority by smartly connecting search behaviour, content and new AI-driven search environments.

  • SEO strategy
  • Local SEO
  • Keyword research
  • Content marketing
  • Search engine optimisation
  • AI implementation
  • GEO / AI search
Daniël van Meerendonk - BE Digital

About Daniël

At BE Digital, Daniël focuses on SEO strategy, content marketing and the practical application of AI in online visibility. He looks at local SEO, keyword research, technical and content-related SEO opportunities, and the way organisations can build authority in a structural way.

By combining classic search engine optimisation with developments in AI search, GEO and AI agents, he helps companies not only to be found better today, but also to be prepared for how online search continues to evolve.

Areas of expertise

  • SEO strategy
  • Local SEO
  • Keyword research
  • Content marketing
  • Search engine optimisation
  • AI implementation
  • GEO / AI search

Articles by Daniël van Meerendonk

AI SEO tools for local business owners
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

AI SEO tools for local business owners

Knowledge base

Updated on January 13, 2026

AI SEO tools only really work when they understand your business. Discover how, as a local business owner, you can score with an AI assistant that does fit your region and services.

Start with location pages for local SEO
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Start with location pages for local SEO

Knowledge base

Updated on april 23, 2025

Want to be found better locally in Google? Discover how location pages work, why they're good for local SEO and how you, as an SME owner, can easily get started.

How to deal with AI SEO tools?
AI

How to deal with AI SEO tools?

Knowledge base

Updated on april 14, 2025

AI SEO tools are valuable, but only if they fit into a clear content strategy. Discover how to use AI for better SEO results, without compromising on quality.

What does an AI search engine look at?
AI

What does an AI search engine look at?

Knowledge base

Updated on March 10, 2025

AI search engine algorithms assess content differently from traditional search engines. Learn how to optimise your website for better AI visibility.

What are backlinks and why are they important?
Glossary

What are backlinks and why are they important?

Knowledge base

Updated on October 29, 2024

Backlinks are links from other websites to your website and work as online recommendations that increase your visibility. In this article you'll discover why backlinks matter, how to build them, and why quality comes first in an effective SEO strategy.

How does e-commerce SEO work?
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

How does e-commerce SEO work?

Knowledge base

Updated on september 17, 2024

E-commerce SEO: increase your visibility and sales with the right strategies for optimal product pages and technical SEO.

The three pillars of SEO: technical, authority and content
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

The three pillars of SEO: technical, authority and content

Knowledge base

Updated on August 6, 2024

This article discusses the three pillars of SEO: technical, authority and content. It explains what each pillar involves, why they matter and how to optimise them to improve your website's visibility and findability.

Meta titles and meta descriptions
Glossary

Meta titles and meta descriptions

Knowledge base

Updated on August 6, 2024

Meta titles and meta descriptions are essential SEO elements that increase the visibility and appeal of your website in search results. This article explains what they are, why they matter and offers practical tips for optimising them.

Search smarter and more efficiently with Google’s generative AI
AI

Search smarter and more efficiently with Google’s generative AI

Knowledge base

Updated on May 21, 2024

Google Search has continuously evolved and expanded over the past 25 years. With the introduction of generative AI and the new Gemini model, users can now ask complex questions and quickly get reliable information. New features such as AI Overviews and planning capabilities make searching simpler and more efficient than ever before.

Why blogs are good for SEO
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Why blogs are good for SEO

Knowledge base

Updated on april 23, 2024

Blogs are good for SEO because they provide regular, relevant content that search engines appreciate. This article takes an in-depth look at how to optimise blogs for search engines, with tips on keywords, content relevance and building backlinks.

What is a 301 redirect?
Glossary

What is a 301 redirect?

Knowledge base

Updated on april 18, 2024

If you manage a website, you may well have come across the term '301 redirect'. But what exactly does this term mean, and why is it a crucial technique for website management? In this blog we explain what a 301 redirect is, why it is important, and how you can apply it effectively to improve your website's SEO performance.

How do you create a Google Business Profile?
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

How do you create a Google Business Profile?

Knowledge base

Updated on april 17, 2024

Creating a Google Business Profile is a crucial step for any business that wants to be found locally. Here is a clear step-by-step plan to create and verify your Google Business Profile.

Get to know link building
marketing

Get to know link building

Blog

August 5, 2023

How does link building work? Go for a mix of high-quality and high-quantity backlinks. Get to know link building

Outsourcing social media?
marketing

Outsourcing social media?

Blog

June 6, 2023

Why outsourcing social media may or may not be an efficient choice. BE Digital is happy to take you through the different forms.

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